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Lola Pak

Lola Pak is a Korean American writer and communications professional born and raised in Georgia. She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in journalism and French from the University of Georgia and a master’s degree in global communication from the George Washington University. Throughout her career in communications, Lola has worked in various sectors, including nonprofits, higher education, government, and healthcare IT. She currently resides in Decatur, Georgia, with her husband, daughter, and dog.

Lola's Latest Articles

A clean slate for the new year: Inside a Korean rice cake shop during the holiday season

On January 1 and the Lunar New Year, many Koreans eat tteokguk, a steaming broth studded with chewy rice cakes. In the winter months, that means a busy kitchen at Gwinnett County’s Nak Won Rice Cake

‘I’ll Just Have to Close My Eyes and Choose’: Atlanta’s Immigrant Voters on the Presidential Election

From now through November 5, 285 South is interviewing a cross-section of first- and second-generation immigrant voters to learn what they’re most concerned about as they head to the polls.

One woman’s mission to ensure elderly Korean immigrants in Atlanta register to vote

Kay Kang doesn't canvass to reach voters. She builds relationships, sends text messages, and taps into a shared history.

The spa shootings were a turning point for second generation Korean Americans, prompting the search for a new kind of church

Atlanta-area Korean American pastors and church members talk to 285 South about bridging generational divides and healing from trauma